Claire Perry visits Help for Heroes in Tidworth
Also inspiring this week was a visit to the main operational HQ of Help For Heroes.
The office is based in Tidworth, and is notable both for its uplifting atmosphere and lean organization. Started in 2007 by Bryn and Emma Parry, the charity has now raised over £40 million to help the rehabilitation and support of wounded soldiers serving in the current conflicts - and given that it relies almost entirely on volunteers, and operates a very successful online shop, every pound donated to the charity is worth £1.08 when it is spent on the ground.
One incredibly nice touch is that all photos or letters sent in are displayed all over the office, with binoculars to help the "vertically challenged!"
There are potential plans for H4H to be involved in turning Tedworth House, currently a gently crumbling officers mess, into a local rehabilitation centre and that would be a huge boost for the local garrison. More information on ways to help the charity can be found at http://www.helpforheroes.org.uk/
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